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Race for Autism - Friendly Volunteers Needed!

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ORGANIZATION: National Foundation For Autism Research

  • A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
  • 149 people are interested
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The 2025 Race for Autism is on Saturday, April 12th at Balboa Park and WE WOULD LOVE YOUR HELP! This "SUPERHERO" themed event is a lot of FUN for the participants - both runners & volunteers! (ages 13 and up, please)

We expect this coming year’s family friendly event to be our biggest yet, gathering together more than 5,000 families, educators & autism professionals from across Southern California to help raise awareness and funding for autism.

Volunteer jobs range from:
Water Stations
Finish Line Medals
T-shirt Distribution
Registration for Runners
Course Marshall

Volunteers will receive a t-shirt (while supplies last) and community service letter (if needed).

TO SIGN UP - Please send an email to volunteer@nfar.org and we will send you a registration form or call us at 858-679-8800! If you'd like to volunteer with a group, please call us 858-679-8800 and ask for Maggie.

Want to learn more about the event? Check out our website: http://www.raceforautism.org/

Thank you very much for your consideration!

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About National Foundation For Autism Research

Location:

PO Box 502177, San Diego, CA 92150, US

Mission Statement

NFARs mission is to help in the development, expansion and support of autism programs and services that improve the quality of life for children and young adults with autism.

Description

NFAR has awarded nearly a million dollars in grants and direct services throughout San Diego County, supported primarily through the fundraising and proceeds of our annual Race for Autism in Balboa Park, NFAR has funded more than 350 initiatives in the areas of: early identification educational materials equipment and technology educational workshops and parent trainings out-of-school programs adult training and transition programs These programs are helping those with autism by creating new learning and social opportunities, funding studies to improve treatment, supporting outreach to underserved populations and providing for the immediate needs at the classroom level. At NFAR we realize that by creating a concerned and active community, we will help to ensure a brighter future for our children.

CAUSE AREAS

Community
People with Disabilities
Sports & Recreation
Community, People with Disabilities, Sports & Recreation

WHEN

Sat Apr 12, 2025
06:30 AM - 10:00 AM

WHERE

6th Ave and Laurel StreetSan Diego, CA 92101

(32.72697,-117.16471)
 

SKILLS

  • Youth Services
  • Event Planning / Management
  • Fundraising
  • Community Outreach
  • People Skills
  • Outdoor Recreation

GOOD FOR

  • Teens
  • Public Groups

REQUIREMENTS

  • This is a Done in a Day opportunity and there is no prior training or ongoing commitment needed.
  • Must be at least 13
  • Most volunteer shifts are from 6am-9:30am. Please let us know what hours you're able to volunteer and we will find a good match for you!

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